The inspiratory centre is situated in:

upper part of medulla oblongata

nucleus ambiguous anteriorly

reticular formation of lower pons

dorsolateral part of reticular formation in upper pons

lower part of pons

The inspiratory center is situated in the upper part of the medulla oblongata.

This area is crucial for regulating the rhythm of breathing.

It is composed of a group of neurons (the dorsal respiratory group).

While the centers in the pons assist in regulating and fine-tuning the breathing process